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India Today
4 hours ago
- India Today
Tehran review: John Abraham's geopolitical thriller is a terrific watch
Iran wants to kill you. Israel has deserted you, and your very own country, India, has given up on you. John Abraham's latest offering, Tehran, has him playing one of the most complex and riveting characters in his several-decade-long filmography. Over the last few years, John has organically steered towards geopolitical stories and characters that aren't just another spy or part of a covert 'Tehran', John's character, DCP Rajeev Kumar, gets involved in a very complicated case when a bomb blast in Delhi targeting an Israeli diplomat kills an innocent flower-seller. The incident disturbs Rajeev Kumar to such an extent that he decides to put his life at stake to get to the bottom of the against the backdrop of the Iran–Israel conflict, the film examines how ordinary people become collateral damage in someone else's war. Unlike many thrillers in the genre, 'Tehran' doesn't exploit the premise; instead, it sensitively shows every possible facet of the price one has to pay to wage a war. The screenplay by Bindni Karia, co-written with Ritesh Shah and Ashish Prakash Verma, is the film's strongest asset. Dialogues peppered with Farsi lend authenticity, while director Arun Gopalan draws solid performances from his cast. Neeru Bajwa and Manushi Chhillar make their mark in supporting roles. But, 'Tehran' works because of the conviction that John puts into his role. One of his finest performances till date, the film is a testament that, with a good script and a visionary director, all an actor needs to do is just surrender and keep faith.A standout is Hadi Khajanpour as antagonist Asraf Khan, who is an absolutely brilliant find. He is not just menacing for the sake of it, but also a sharply etched, powerful way the film has been shot visually is also impressive. From the dusty lanes of Delhi to Abu Dhabi, the camerawork is brilliant. The action sequences feel very organic and real, with combat scenes that are gritty and extremely is a solid watch and an overall great film for anyone who loves a good geopolitical thriller.- Ends4 out 5 stars to 'Tehan'.Must Watch
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First Post
7 hours ago
- First Post
TIFF pulls documentary on 2023 Hamas attack from festival lineup, citing footage rights issue
The filmmakers, though, say the festival is engaging in 'censorship' by denying the film a place in the festival. The Toronto International Film Festival has pulled from its lineup a documentary on the Hamas 2023 attack into Israel over what the festival says was a footage rights issue. Organizers for the festival acknowledged on Tuesday that they withdrew Canadian filmmaker Barry Avrich's 'The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue' after initially offering the film a spot in the upcoming edition of TIFF. The film chronicles the story of retired Israeli Gen. Noam Tibon, whose efforts to save his family and others during the Oct. 7, 2023 attack was profiled in a '60 Minutes' segment. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Representatives for the festival said in a statement that the film's invitation 'was withdrawn by TIFF because general requirements for inclusion in the festival, and conditions that were requested when the film was initially invited, were not met, including legal clearance of all footage.' 'The purpose of the requested conditions was to protect TIFF from legal implications and to allow TIFF to manage and mitigate anticipated and known risks around the screening of a film about highly sensitive subject matter, including potential threat of significant disruption,' the festival said. The filmmakers, though, say the festival is engaging in 'censorship' by denying the film a place in the festival. 'We are shocked and saddened that a venerable film festival has defied its mission and censored its own programming by refusing this film,' the filmmaking team said in a statement. 'Ultimately, film is an art form that stimulates debate from every perspective that can both entertain us and make us uncomfortable.' Deadline, which first reported the news, said a sticking point was related to the identification and legal clearance of Hamas militants' own livestreaming of the attack. The filmmakers pledged to release the film regardless: 'We invite audiences, broadcasters and streamers to make up their own mind, once they have seen it.' Later Wednesday, Cameron Bailey, TIFF chief executive, apologized 'for any pain this situation may have caused' and said he was still hoping to have the film at the festival. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I remain committed to working with the filmmaker to meet TIFF's screening requirements to allow the film to be screened at this year's festival,' said Bailey. 'I have asked our legal team to work with the filmmaker on considering all options available.' Bailey strongly rejected allegations of censorship, explaining instead said the situation requires compassion and sympathy. 'The events of October 7, 2023, and the ongoing suffering in Gaza weigh heavily on us, underscoring the urgent need for compassion amid rising antisemitism and Islamophobia,' said Bailey. 'While we are not a political organization, TIFF will always strive to present our programing in a safe, inclusive environment.' The Toronto festival has sometimes prompted headlines over its selections. Last year, it canceled screenings of 'Russians at War,' a documentary about Russian soldiers in the war with Ukraine. Protesters in Toronto called the film Russian propaganda. After the festival paused screenings due to 'significant threats,' 'Russians at War' was quietly screened toward the end of the festival. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The 50th Toronto International Film Festival runs Sept. 4–14.
Time of India
9 hours ago
- Time of India
Tehran true story: John Abraham's film inspired by 2012 attacks on Israeli diplomats; explosions and their impact explained
Tehran true story: John Abraham's upcoming film Tehran is based on the 2012 attacks on Israeli diplomats in New Delhi. These coordinated blasts, which stunned the nation and drew international attention, from the intense backdrop of the movie. Blending real events with high-octane drama, the film promises a gripping take on one of India's most shocking incidents in recent history. Tehran true story - What were the 2012 attacks on Israeli diplomats? The 2012 attacks on Israeli diplomats involved a series of coordinated bombings targeting Israeli diplomatic staff in New Delhi, India; Tbilisi, Georgia; and Bangkok, Thailand, on February 13 and 14, 2012. In New Delhi, a magnetic bomb attached to the car of an Israeli diplomat's wife exploded, injuring her, the driver, and two bystanders. In Tbilisi, a similar device was discovered and safely defused, while in Bangkok, a failed bombing attempt left several people injured. Bombings and their impact Israel accused Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps of orchestrating the attacks as part of a broader retaliation for the 2008 assassination of Hezbollah commander Imad Mughniyeh. The bombings were seen as an extension of the Iran–Israel proxy conflict, with Iran allegedly seeking to avenge the killing of its ally. The attacks heightened tensions between Israel and Iran, with both countries accusing each other of state-sponsored terrorism. Increased security measures were implemented at Israeli diplomatic missions worldwide. The incidents intensified international scrutiny of Iran's activities. Who all star in Tehran? Alongside John Abraham, Tehran features Manushi Chhillar in action-packed roles. The cast also includes Neeru Bajwa, Hadi Khanjanpour, Madhurima Tuli, Adam Karst, Allon Sylvain, and Ido Samuel. Where to watch Tehran on OTT? Tehran is now streaming on Zee5.
